How many red dates can be consumed in a day for high blood sugar?
Disease description:
Doctor, my blood sugar is high. I heard that eating red dates (jujubes) is helpful, but I'm also afraid to eat too many. So, how many red dates can I eat in a day with high blood sugar?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
Jujube, as a nutrient-rich food, contains a certain amount of sugar and therefore should be consumed with caution when blood sugar levels are high.
It is recommended to limit daily jujube intake to between 6 and 10 pieces. Alternatively, the amount can be measured by weight, with 6–15 grams per day being appropriate. It is best to consume jujubes as a snack between meals, rather than with main meals, to avoid blood sugar fluctuations. Although jujubes offer health benefits, individuals with high blood sugar should avoid excessive consumption due to their sugar content, which may lead to fluctuations in blood glucose levels. The dietary fiber in jujubes can help regulate blood sugar, but excessive intake may cause digestive discomfort. It is advisable to consume jujubes together with other foods, such as millet porridge, which can aid digestion and absorption.
In addition, jujubes are rich in minerals such as potassium and iron, as well as vitamins, and moderate consumption is beneficial to health. In daily diet planning, attention should be given to a balanced overall dietary structure, avoiding excessive intake of any single food item to ensure stable blood sugar levels.
